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IBERS joins “major collective voice” for UK research organisations
Aberystwyth University’s Institute for Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) has been chosen to join a major group serving as the collective voice of more than 40 science and research organisations in the UK.
The member organisations represent a specialist national research capability dedicated to advancing science that benefits people, communities, the economy, the environment and national resilience.
Professor Iain Donnison, Head of IBERS, which is part of Aberystwyth University and strategically funded by the UKRI Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, said: "Research at IBERS builds on more than a century of plant breeding and crop science at Aberystwyth. Our resilient crop varieties are helping to create more sustainable farming systems, enhance food security and support low-carbon environmental ambitions.
“We are proud to be part of the NRO and look forward to continue working with partners across the UK to ensure research and innovation deliver real benefits for people, the economy and society."
The NRO Group was established in response to growing recognition that the UK research landscape would benefit from stronger strategic alignment, clearer governance and greater visibility of the specialism and capabilities provided by national research organisations.
Its priorities include delivering measurable impact against Government priorities, aligning research with national needs, securing sustainable investment in research infrastructure and capability, fostering innovation and skills, and strengthening the UK's global scientific leadership.
Professor Sir Ian Chapman, Chief Executive of UK Research and Innovation, said: "Delivering UKRI's mission to advance knowledge, improve lives and drive growth requires the foundational capabilities provided by national research organisations, including our Centres, Institutes, Catapults and Units. I look forward to working in partnership with the National Research Organisation group as we shape the UK’s future.”
Science Minister Lord Patrick Vallance said: "The UK's strength in science and innovation depends on collaboration across our research ecosystem. National research organisations play a vital role in generating the knowledge, infrastructure and expertise that support economic growth, improve lives and help address the major challenges facing the country.
“I welcome the launch of the National Research Organisations Group and look forward to working with its members to maximise the impact of UK science and research."
A first of its kind collective for the UK, the National Research Organisations (NRO) brings together more than 100 leaders from government, research, academia, industry and funding organisations, marking a new chapter for the UK's research landscape.
The member organisations represent a specialist national research capability dedicated to advancing science that benefits people, communities, the economy, the environment and national resilience.
Professor Iain Donnison, Head of IBERS, which is part of Aberystwyth University and strategically funded by the UKRI Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, said: "Research at IBERS builds on more than a century of plant breeding and crop science at Aberystwyth. Our resilient crop varieties are helping to create more sustainable farming systems, enhance food security and support low-carbon environmental ambitions.
“We are proud to be part of the NRO and look forward to continue working with partners across the UK to ensure research and innovation deliver real benefits for people, the economy and society."
The NRO Group was established in response to growing recognition that the UK research landscape would benefit from stronger strategic alignment, clearer governance and greater visibility of the specialism and capabilities provided by national research organisations.
Its priorities include delivering measurable impact against Government priorities, aligning research with national needs, securing sustainable investment in research infrastructure and capability, fostering innovation and skills, and strengthening the UK's global scientific leadership.
Professor Sir Ian Chapman, Chief Executive of UK Research and Innovation, said: "Delivering UKRI's mission to advance knowledge, improve lives and drive growth requires the foundational capabilities provided by national research organisations, including our Centres, Institutes, Catapults and Units. I look forward to working in partnership with the National Research Organisation group as we shape the UK’s future.”
Science Minister Lord Patrick Vallance said: "The UK's strength in science and innovation depends on collaboration across our research ecosystem. National research organisations play a vital role in generating the knowledge, infrastructure and expertise that support economic growth, improve lives and help address the major challenges facing the country.
“I welcome the launch of the National Research Organisations Group and look forward to working with its members to maximise the impact of UK science and research."